Page 69 of The Bachelor's Dilemma

“Maybe. If I keep working, maybe she could get an apartment near us and continue to watch Zack.”

“You’d go back to work to keep her employed?” he asked.

“I like my job, actually. And he’ll be in school before long. It’s hard to leave her. She’s part of the family.”

Myles thought about it for a moment. Edith was part of Anna’s extended family. She cared more for the woman than as a mere babysitter.

“Maybe we can find a home with one of those in-law units. Edith could move with us. And be available when you and I want to get away.”

Anna beamed at him.

“That’s a brilliant solution. So you’re thinking you and I might want to get away?”

“For dinner some nights. Maybe a few weekends in the city to see a play or something. But I don’t plan to be gone from home and family for more than a few days at a time. I’m going to want you all to myself,” Myles said, and pulled her closer for another kiss.

The carriage ride was a dream. Myles couldn’t believe she’d said yes. The only doubt was telling her about his relationship to Zack.

Should he do it now?

Or wait until she confessed he was adopted? She’d have to know. He had to tell her. But the ride was as romantic as he could get. He didn’t want to shatter the moment.

He had the hurdle of meeting her parents and passing their inquisition. But even if they didn’t approve, he’d push to get his way.

He wanted Anna more than he ever expected. The future would be bleak indeed if he lost her and Zack.

Anna was almost floating as they returned to her apartment. They had discussed getting married in June, less than six weeks away.

Myles hadn’t been that sold on a formal wedding, but remembering what her mother had said, Anna suggested a small wedding in a chapel. She’d splurge for a new dress and maybe a picture book hat with a small veil. She wanted to always remember this wedding as special. As special as the man she was marrying.

“I can’t wait until we tell Zack,” she said as they rode up the elevator. “He’s going to be thrilled, I know it.

Edith greeted them and then looked at them both closely.

“Something’s up,” she commented.

“We’re getting married,” Anna said with a rush, then went to hug her friend. “Be happy for us.”

“I’m delighted,” Edith said, returning her hug.

Then she looked at Myles.

“Take good care of this woman…she’s very special.”

“I will. With your help. We’d like you to consider moving when we do. We’re going to look for a house with an in-law unit.”

“Oh, my.” Edith looked as flustered as Anna had felt when Myles first proposed. “It’s so unexpected. Are you sure?”

“His proposal was unexpected, and we’re both sure. Both about getting married and having you move with us. Zack and I will still need you.”

“Oh, my.”

The older woman gave a tremulous smile.

“I’d be delighted.”

She extended her good wishes to them both and left.

Myles glanced at his watch.

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